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Suite 3, Cheviot House
Mill Wynd
Haddington
EH41 3AF

Also featuring in this week's round-up are claims that a bookmaker would 'lower the tone' of a county high street...
25/01/2025

Also featuring in this week's round-up are claims that a bookmaker would 'lower the tone' of a county high street...

WE TAKE a look at the stories making the headlines in East Lothian 25, 50 and 100 years ago.

From the loveable green ogre Shrek to his loyal sidekick Donkey and the fiery Princess Fiona, this “all-singing, all-dan...
25/01/2025

From the loveable green ogre Shrek to his loyal sidekick Donkey and the fiery Princess Fiona, this “all-singing, all-dancing spectacle is packed with fun, laughter and plenty of surprises”. Know anyone who'd be keen to go along?

MUSSELBURGH Amateur Musical Association is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year with a production of Shrek The Musical.

"SPEN are working to resolve as soon as possible"
25/01/2025

"SPEN are working to resolve as soon as possible"

SOME POWER OUTAGES are expected to continue overnight in East Lothian, following the conclusion of Storm Éowyn with food truck staying in the…

A wonderful response from the local community!
25/01/2025

A wonderful response from the local community!

KIND-HEARTED East Lothian shoppers have been praised for donating more than 550 toys to children.

An application had been put in to replace the current light fittings with a more "energy-efficient" solution.
25/01/2025

An application had been put in to replace the current light fittings with a more "energy-efficient" solution.

PERMISSION has been granted to Longniddry Tennis Club for new LED floodlight fittings.

Could you help out?🚗
25/01/2025

Could you help out?🚗

A CALL has been issued for volunteers in East Lothian to come forward to help drive residents to medical appointments.

"...She may have travelled to the Dunbar area"
25/01/2025

"...She may have travelled to the Dunbar area"

Police Scotland has made an appeal after a 14-year-old girl, thought to have travelled to the town of Dunbar, has went missing.

Looking back on a busy year 🗓️
25/01/2025

Looking back on a busy year 🗓️

NORTH Berwick Pipe Band reflected on a busy year at its AGM.

Best of luck!
25/01/2025

Best of luck!

WEATHER dependent all six East Lothian football teams are due to be in action this afternoon (Saturday).

Everyone at the Courier is hoping residents of East Lothian are safe and well following the events of Storm Éowyn, we ha...
25/01/2025

Everyone at the Courier is hoping residents of East Lothian are safe and well following the events of Storm Éowyn, we have put together a round up of events and important information for everyone!

East Lothian residents woke up this morning in the aftermath of Storm Éowyn, with thousands across Scotland still without power for their homes.

"It is simply impossible to overlook this achievement by our local team and fail to be inspired by the pride and joy the...
25/01/2025

"It is simply impossible to overlook this achievement by our local team and fail to be inspired by the pride and joy they have brought to the community."

LAST Saturday allowed Musselburgh to dream the impossible.

There was “nothing to report of a criminal nature” in the ‘reducing violence and anti-social behaviour’ category of the ...
25/01/2025

There was “nothing to report of a criminal nature” in the ‘reducing violence and anti-social behaviour’ category of the police report.

NO INSTANCES of anti-social behaviour in Longniddry or Blindwells have been reported to police in the past two months.

The service provides support to 281 adults across East Lothian.
25/01/2025

The service provides support to 281 adults across East Lothian.

A HOUSING support service has been rated 'good' after a visit from inspectors.

Court papers state that the assault left the victim permanently impaired and was to his severe injury.
25/01/2025

Court papers state that the assault left the victim permanently impaired and was to his severe injury.

A TRANENT resident has been ordered to pay compensation to a man he attacked at a pub in Edinburgh.

"Scottish local authorities are forced to spend millions of pounds of public money per year to clear up the mess left by...
25/01/2025

"Scottish local authorities are forced to spend millions of pounds of public money per year to clear up the mess left by a few selfish and unscrupulous individuals who apparently have no regard to the common weal."

THE dumping of rubbish at Prestonpans Beach has been branded "selfish" and "infuriating".

The East Lothian Courier has published 14 death notices this week.
24/01/2025

The East Lothian Courier has published 14 death notices this week.

Every week, the East Lothian Courier publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away.

If you are a rugby fan, why not 'try' to head along? 🏉
24/01/2025

If you are a rugby fan, why not 'try' to head along? 🏉

ONE of the most successful rugby coaches of the modern era is stopping off in Haddington.

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We've had some unconfirmed reports of an unusual sighting in the skies this Christmas Eve. If there are any children in your house, perhaps they can help us work out what it could be? Do you think it could be....🎅?

Give what you can
Give what you can

⚠️Thousands of children will have serious questions this Christmas: 🥺About abuse 😢About neglect 💔About isolation ☎️ Help Childline answer more calls and be ready: https://trib.al/dzQ007L @[NSPCC]

Support Childline today
Support Childline today

Last Christmas, 5,499 children contacted Childline. Help @[NSPCC] be ready this year - give £20 which could help answer five calls: https://trib.al/eRW4khO

Prestonpans singer and songwriter, Alex Hodgson gave the Courier a sneak preview of a song from his first album in 10 years, Doon where the glennie burns. You can find out what his new album is inspired by, from the link below. https://trib.al/qmdUkPF

Haddington Pipe Band lead Joe Forte funeral cortege through Haddington High Street
Haddington Pipe Band lead Joe Forte funeral cortege through Haddington High Street

It was a poignant afternoon in Haddington today when the funeral service of one of the town's most respected former traders, Joe Forte, was held. The cortege, led by Haddington Pipe Band, passed Mr Forte's former sports shop on High Street following a service at St Mary's Parish Church. RIP Joe - a true gentleman and a Haddington legend.

The winds were very strong along East Lothian's coastline yesterday but that didn't stop kite surfers from using the gusts to their advantage. Lyndsey Houston captured some of the skills on display at Longniddry Bents.

Remember the NSPCC in your Will
Remember the NSPCC in your Will

It’s so difficult to keep children safe when the world is changing so fast – bringing with it new dangers. We know just how much of a challenge it is – because we’ve been fighting to protect children for 140 years. By leaving a gift to the NSPCC in your Will, you’ll help ensure we’re always there for children. You’ll help us give support, guidance and protection – when it’s needed most. Find out more about gifts in Wills to the NSPCC today. Request your free gifts in Wills guide. https://trib.al/DlDVPWG

Calling 14-18 year olds! Have you got ambitions of being a journalist? The Young Reporter Scheme - in partnership with Newsquest - is a schools programme giving students in school years 10, 11, 12 and 13 an opportunity to write for a real live online newspaper. Registrations are open ahead of September's new intake. For more information and how to register, head to the Young Reporter website ▶ https://trib.al/XihJJIz See what former The Young Reporter Scheme students have to say about the scheme 👇

Many residents and visitors in East Lothian enjoyed the wonders of the Northern Lights last night. Natalie Baxter captured this fantastic time lapse of the lights on Gullane Bents at 1.23am - What dedication!

The Jacksons have kicked off another packed weekend at Fringe by the Sea - Can you feel it?

The Jacksons have left a special message to people heading to their performance at Fringe by the Sea
The Jacksons have left a special message to people heading to their performance at Fringe by the Sea

Get ready to 'Shake Your Body Down to the Ground' tonight at Fringe by the Sea. The Jacksons have left a special message, before their performance, to everyone heading to their gig at the Lodge Ground in North Berwick. The gig is a complete sell out, what song are you looking forward to hearing the most? You can view what else is on at Fringe by the Sea this weekend, by clicking on the link below. https://trib.al/fGnKets

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